(This post was last modified: 01-13-2024, 02:54 PM by dtownvino.)
(01-13-2024, 12:17 PM)Tester28 Wrote: Makes sense...the first batch of reviews is crucial.
As it sets up the corresponding higher price point for Batch #2.
100% correct but he is also considering other finishes for batches.
(01-13-2024, 12:58 PM)Laborking Wrote: I have Wolfman polished, blackbird and H&S Efficient in Titanium. Comparing the finish and shave will be the first thing I will do( considering titanium).
Then will do the same comparison with my 2000 DB.
Keep in mind, this will be a little different. Each one you mentioned was hand polished, the Ti Dback will not be hand polished but go through a unique process in order to keep the dimensions. I know the company who did this claims it’s quite amazing on Ti, but I never saw it.
(01-13-2024, 01:03 PM)CK89 Wrote: I believe the first production batch might actually more than the number of pre-orders. If he uses all the pre-order funds for producing as many razors as possible, it could help him manage the fund and potentially brings higher profits from this first batch.
Some for returns, etc but not a lot. There may be a few lucky people who can snag a few, but not dozens, maybe 5-10.
It’s fun to speculate but I’m confident in what I’m writing and spoke to Andy yesterday. Also - I received an image of a new finish on a Salient he is testing.
So far, I’m getting phenomenal shaves from my satin Salient. Much better (a bit milder) than the polished I had for the pass around. This one is just perfect for my very sensitive skin. I want it in Ti with a different handle ;-)
But that highlights the point of hand polishing vs a mass finish. You can’t beat a controlled, mass finish to remove variables in how something will perform.